Anybody Deal with Vistek in Canada?

Are they authorized Canon dealer? Their prices are excellent, even taking into consideration the exchange rate. I'm in the US. I'm interested in the 500mm. B&H sells it for $10,399, Vistek has it for $8899, a HUGE difference. I'm waiting to hear from them as to possible customs duties, etc.

Let me hear from you, people.

i haven't bought anything gear wise, but i do use them for printing. very friendly and helpful as well.

Great store, very professional, and knowledgable staff. I'm probably in there every week or two. And yes, authorized seller.

Vistek is a well-established Canadian photo/video retailer serving mostly professionals. Their prices on a lot of stuff are not as good as US retailers though. I'm surprised to hear they beat B&H on higher-end gear.

They are the bhphoto of Canada and their price is usually higher than other retailers.

kenwood33 wrote in post #16039505
They are the bhphoto of Canada and their price is usually higher than other retailers.

Yes, try Camera Canada -- they are $100 cheaper and just as reputable as Vistek.

http://www.photoprice.​ca …-f4L-IS-II-USM-price.html

But to your original question - yes, Vistek is an authorized Canon Dealer.
And occasionally you can get really good deals - but compare prices using http://www.photoprice.​ca/ before you buy...

They probably 'price match' as well..

Nothing but grief throughout multiple purchases from Vistek Calgary (downtown location) a few years back.

Never again.

Yep typically buy stuff for work through them, they are legit.

Not sure why the huge difference in price between US and Canada for the 500mm? But now we can say we have something cheaper here than south of the border..!

Except that it costs $9000.

both the 500 and 600 mark II have been cheaper in Canada for months.
http://www.photoprice.​ca …-f4L-IS-II-USM-price.html

I won't complain, just wish I could afford one

--Evan

i've really only bought prints from them. their prices for the things i've looked for in regards to gear have always been a little higher then my other place i go.

I've read with interest all replies. Thanks to all.

Vistek is good - but that lens in Canada has a few other authorized retailers that are cheaper:

http://www.photoprice.​ca …-f4L-IS-II-USM-price.html

Camera Canada is my favorite, simply because they are 2 blocks from me... Aden is pretty good as well...

that is a very helpful site. thank you. If I order it, I'll be subject to 200 shipping and about 220 duty, which is still over a thousand cheaper than buying it here. Wow.